Pension plans updates

Faculty and administrators enrolled in the College Pension Plan and staff enrolled in the Municipal Pension Plan can find announcements on the “health” of these plans during the current climate by going to the BC Pension Corporation website at www.pensionsbc.ca. https://www.pensionsbc.ca/portal/page/portal/pen_corp_home/home/ For more information, contact Debbie Dyck at debbie.dyck@ufv.ca 04/30/2020

Parking Fees suspended/Student Emergency fund

Since many UFV employees are working remotely to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, UFV has suspended bi-monthly parking fees for all staff and faculty until further notice. As a result, several employees have generously offered to donate their parking fees to the UFV Student Emergency Fund, and suggested we provide this option to all … Read more

Financial year end deadlines

The Financial Services department continues moving forward with our requirements for fiscal year-end and statutory reporting. Thank you for helping us meet critical financial year-end deadlines in these challenging circumstances. In light of current events, Financial Services recognizes additional options for submitting information and documents are necessary, while continuing to adhere to internal controls, policies, … Read more

Changes to the UFV Board of Governors

Justin P. Goodrich’s appointment to the Board of Governors of the University of the Fraser Valley has been rescinded by the Executive Council of the Province of British Columbia effective immediately (March 27, 2020). Mr. Nash Gill, current Vice-Chair, will serve as Chair of the Board until July 31, 2020. The Executive Council of the … Read more

Course Contingency Roadmap: Teaching Remotely

The Teaching and Learning Centre is offering training and resources to assist faculty in their design and delivery of learning material and activities in myClass (Blackboard). If you would like to increase your comfort or proficiency with designing, developing, and/or delivering your course(s)online in myClass (Blackboard), please begin with some of the following resources. The … Read more

Policy Consultation — Policy 7 to be revised

The University Secretariat invites your feedback on the following policy that has been revised. Supporting documents are available at https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ If you have any feedback, please submit your comments to Policyconsult@ufv.ca by March 23, 2020. For more information, contact Marlene Affleck at marlene.affleck@ufv.ca 03/24/2020

Budget Open House — March 12

Budget Open House 2020 Thursday, March 12, 2020 Abbotsford: 10am to 12 noon Building B, Room B121 Chilliwack: 2:30pm to 4 pm Building A, Atrium Information on the fiscal year ahead will be presented in an interactive and informal atmosphere. The Open House format will provide time for feedback and conversation. Please come, have a … Read more

Commuter Alert — March 2020

Some events at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre to be aware of, as they affect traffic and parking congestion on and around campus. •  Sat, March 7:  Brad Paisley Concert — 7:30 pm •  Sat, March 14:  Gnarley Barley Brew Festival — 7 pm • Sat, March 21:  Mini Pop Kids — 3 pm … Read more

Financial Aid & Awards Tips for March

Registration for the summer semester begins soon so remember to set aside $200 for your deposit — fee deferrals are not a given. Start preparing your scholarship and leadership applications – deadline is May 10. NOTE: This is an online application process. You will be able to access it through MyUFV on March 15. If … Read more

2020-21 weeks breakdown for UFV meetings and stat holidays

The 2020-2021 Meeting Schedule Weeks Breakdown is located at H:\UFVinfo\Meeting Schedule and Timelines\2020-2021 Meeting Schedule Timelines\2020-2021 Weeks Breakdown for UFV Meetings and Stat Holidays.pdf. Those employees responsible for booking meeting space for department and committee meetings are asked to contact Room Bookings directly, between February and June 2020, in order to book space. Please send … Read more

Help shape UFV’s future — share your thoughts

At the President’s town hall in October we introduced UFV’s integrated strategic planning process — a key continuation and evolution of the mission and vision work UFV completed in 2019. Through consultation, and with your input, the integrated strategic plan will provide the specific goals and steps we will implement in our daily UFV lives … Read more

Policy Consultation – Policy 73 & 76 to be rescinded

The University Secretariat invites your feedback on the following policy that has been recommended to be rescinded. Student Residence Code of Conduct (73 & 76). Supporting documents are available at: https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ If you have any feedback, please submit your comments to Policyconsult@ufv.ca by Feb 14, 2020. Thank you for your input. – – https://www.ufv.ca/secretariat/policies/updates/policy-in-consultation/ For … Read more